Assistant Professor of Art Studio: Sculpture & Expanded Practice

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

University of New Mexico invites applications for an Assistant Professor in the Sculpture & Expanded Practice area within the College of Fine Arts. The 1.0 FTE position seeks a sculptor who will contribute to teaching undergraduate and graduate studio courses and to the development of the area through innovative pedagogy.

The successful candidate will engage with New Mexico's rich cultures and foster a contemporary, interdisciplinary studio art environment, mentoring students and participating

Qualifications

• MFA or equivalent degree in Studio Art or related field by appointment start date.
• Two years of cumulative post-graduate, college-level, or professional teaching experience as instructor of record.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate studio courses (2 courses/semester).
• Develop and teach special topics courses in Sculpture & Expanded Practice.
• Maintain an active research/creative practice and contribute to the field.
• Serve on undergraduate/graduate thesis committees and participate in curriculum development.

Skills

Teaching

Mentorship

Curriculum development

Education

MFA or equivalent degree in Studio Art

Job description

Posting Details

• Posting Number: req37972
• Employment Type: Faculty
• Faculty Type: Tenure/Tenure-Track
• Hiring Department: Art Art History (595A)
• Academic Location: College of Fine Arts
• Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligible

The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Position Summary

Assistant Professor based in the Sculpture & Expanded Practice Area. Probationary appointment leading to a tenure decision. 1.0 FTE.

The Department of Art: Studio, History, and Education in the College of Fine Arts at the University of New Mexico seeks a sculptor to join the Sculpture & Expanded Practice area. The successful candidate will contribute to the continued development and leadership of the area through innovative approaches to sculpture and pedagogy.

The ideal candidate will also contribute to our shared commitment to engaging the rich and varied cultures and communities of New Mexico, while demonstrating a local and global contemporary approach to sculptural practice and pedagogy.

Teaching will primarily include undergraduate and graduate studio courses within the Sculpture & Expanded Practice area. The candidate will also have the opportunity to develop and teach special topics courses that reflect their area of expertise and contemporary practice.

The teaching load is two courses per semester (2/2). In addition to teaching, the faculty member will be expected to maintain an active research and creative practice, serve on undergraduate and graduate thesis committees, participate in curriculum development within the Sculpture & Expanded Practice area, and contribute service to the Department, College, and University.

The University of New Mexico (UNM) is a Research 1 institution that supports faculty research and creative activity. UNM is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution and has a Carnegie Community Engagement designation. New Mexico is a majority-minority state, and the University of New Mexico is located in Albuquerque, a city of approximately 600,000 on the Rio Grande at an elevation of 5,200 feet. Albuquerque's historical pluralism contributes to a vibrant mix of arts, cuisine, languages, and cultures.

The University of New Mexico is a large, diverse state university with a faculty of more than 3,000 serving approximately 25,000 students.

Salary: $66,000

Minimum Qualifications

• MFA or equivalent degree in Studio Art or a related field by the time of appointment.
• Two years of cumulative post-graduate, college-level or professional-level teaching experience as an instructor of record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities.
• Three or more years of cumulative post-graduate, college-level or professional-level teaching experience as an instructor of record.
• Demonstrated expertise and proficiency in creating art and supporting students in two or more of the following areas: fiber sculpture, wood, metal, installation art, moldmaking and casting, social sculpture, and digital, to analog, and/or expanded practices.
• See current course listings.
• https://art.unm.edu/wp-content/uploads/sculptureexpprac_courseofferings.pdf
• Demonstrated interest in contributing to a contemporary, interdisciplinary studio art environment that emphasizes close faculty-student mentoring
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective teaching, mentorship, and guidance to undergraduate and graduate students across disciplines.
• Active record of exhibitions and/or publications appropriate to the candidate's career stage.
• Knowledge of current health and safety standards and practices relevant to studio art.
• Demonstrated excellence in communication and interest in collaboration.

Equal Opportunity

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.